Effects of water shortages in the Jordan basin Flashcards
1
Q
Why are people migrating
A
Not enough water
2
Q
What conflict happed in 1967 due to shortages of water
A
Plans to divert water from the River Jordan to Syria and Jordan was one cause of the 6 day war, which killed 19,000 people.
3
Q
How is poor health related to loss of water
A
less productive at work, education suffers, poverty
